Trusted Roofer In Brighton

Brighton roofs face conditions that inland properties don’t see. Salt-laden air corrodes metal flashing, fixings and untreated lead faster than further inland. South-westerly gales off the Channel test ridge tiles, slate clips and chimney pointing. Long humid spells in summer accelerate moss and algae growth on north-facing slopes. We factor all of this into the materials and fixings we specify on every Brighton job.

For more on this, see our Brighton coastal weather guide.

Yes. Several Brighton & Hove conservation areas, including parts of Old Town, Kemp Town, Montpelier and Clifton, have Article 4 Directions or listed building protections that can restrict roof shape, slope, tile material and even rooflight placement. Planning consents are the homeowner’s responsibility. We recommend checking with Brighton & Hove City Council’s planning team before any work begins, and we will work to whatever specification the council approves.

If your property is listed, see our listed property roofing guide for Brighton.

Brighton’s housing stock is a real mix. Regency squares and seafront terraces typically have lead-lined parapet box-gutter roofs hidden behind decorative facades. Victorian and Edwardian properties off the seafront usually have natural slate or clay tile pitched roofs. Newer estates around the city often use concrete interlocking tiles or, on flat extensions, hot melt or EPDM systems. Each comes with its own maintenance and replacement pattern.

For a deeper look at materials suited to Brighton homes, see our top roofing materials for Brighton homes guide.

After a strong southerly or south-westerly blow, look for slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles, dislodged ridge or hip tiles, debris in valley gutters, and damp patches on top-floor ceilings or chimney breasts. Cracked render and lifted lead flashing around chimneys and abutments are also common after Brighton gales. If you spot anything, get it covered or assessed before the next weather front arrives.

If the damage is urgent, our emergency roof repairs in Brighton guide covers what happens next.

Yes. We carry full public liability and employer’s liability insurance for every project we take on, and we can provide a current certificate on request before work starts.

Warranties depend on the roof system and the material used. Most pitched roof installations come with a workmanship warranty from us and a separate manufacturer’s warranty on the tiles, slates or membrane. We confirm the exact warranty terms in writing as part of your quote so you know what’s covered before any work begins.

Pitched roofs sit at an angle so rain runs off naturally, suit traditional tile or slate finishes, and tend to last longest on UK homes. Flat roofs are level or near-level, are usually finished in hot melt, EPDM or felt, and are most common on extensions, garages, dormers and some modern builds. Each needs a different approach to drainage, insulation and inspection.

A professional inspection once a year is a sensible baseline for any UK roof, with an extra check after any major storm or unusually heavy rain. Catching slipped tiles, blocked valleys or weakening flashing early is almost always cheaper than dealing with the water damage that follows.

For safety reasons we would always recommend calling a professional. Working at height on a wet roof is one of the most common causes of serious DIY injury in the UK, and the source of a leak is rarely where the water shows up indoors. A proper diagnosis usually saves money in the long run and stops the same problem returning the next time it rains.

Yes. We install sedum and biodiverse green roofs on suitable flat or low-pitch structures, and we work with recycled-content membranes, FSC-certified timber and salvageable slate or tile where possible. Green roofs add insulation, slow rainwater run-off and can support local biodiversity, which makes them a strong fit for urban Brighton properties.